Kacy & Clayton, Marlon Williams – Plastic Bouquet

Plastic Bouquet, released in 2020, is a collaborative album between New Zealand singer-songwriter Marlon Williams and Canadian folk duo Kacy & Clayton. The record blends the vintage country-folk stylings of Kacy & Clayton with Williams’ crooning, timeless voice, creating a set of songs that feel both rooted in tradition and refreshingly modern. Tracks like Your Mind’s Walking Out and Light of Love highlight close harmonies and evocative storytelling, while the instrumentation leans on pedal steel, acoustic guitars, and gentle rhythms that echo classic country recordings of the 1960s and 1970s.

The chemistry between the artists is immediate, resulting in an album that feels unified and purposeful rather than a one-off collaboration. With its balance of melancholy ballads, lush arrangements, and subtle production touches, Plastic Bouquet serves as a heartfelt homage to vintage folk and country while also expanding the contemporary landscape of the genres. It is a warm, carefully crafted record that rewards attentive listening and stands as a highlight in each artist’s catalog.

Reviews:

“Plastic Bouquet combines the bittersweet with the beautiful, weaving classic country sounds into something timeless.” – The Guardian

“The voices of Williams and Kacy Anderson blend with an ease that feels fated, carrying songs that are both melancholy and tender.” – NME

“A lovingly crafted record that captures the essence of vintage country without ever sounding like pastiche.” – AllMusic

“This collaboration feels natural and unforced, a meeting of talents that results in an album of rare charm.” – Rolling Stone